New to the site, Banded 10 months ago

[DataDeb 0]

Hello all

I was out there looking for support groups and came across this site. Thought I would join.

I had Lap-Band surgery Nov 2006. I had a BMI of 47.6. I was fitted with a 10cc band. I am now down 70 lb. and a BMI 35.8. I am no longer morbid!:whoo:.

My insurance would not cover the surgery, so I went through the military. My hubby is retired AF. We live in No Virginia and Walter Reed is the only military hospital that does the surgery in the US. I am not sure what I will do when we get ready to leave this area, but I am hoping that by then I am down to a reasonable weight.

That is about it, just wanted to introduce myself.

Deb

[littleroo1 0]

Welcome Deb!!

Sounds like you are doing great with your band! CONGRATS

If you are moving away from the VA area, you can look at FillCentersUSA for locations close to where you are going. They do fills and adjustments for a rather reasonable price. Well, it may seem expensive if you haven't had to pay out too much money until now but to keep on track, it's worth it!

Do you have friends you could go back to VA and "visit"? You could get an adjustment when you're in town!